Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Jagapathi Babu Claims Ram Gopal Varma Caused Rift with Urmila Matondkar
Actor Jagapathi Babu shared a behind-the-scenes story about the making of the movie 'Gaayam'.
He said that the director, Ram Gopal Varma, caused a misunderstanding between him and his co-star, Urmila Matondkar.
Varma told Jagapathi Babu that he didn't like Urmila, and then told Urmila that Jagapathi Babu hated her.
This led to tension during filming.
Jagapathi Babu also said he was grateful to Varma for casting him in 'Gaayam', which helped establish his career.
He also praised Varma's directorial style, saying it was efficient and cool.
Jagapathi Babu revealed Ram Gopal Varma created conflict between him and Urmila Matondkar during 'Gaayam'.
Varma reportedly told Matondkar that Jagapathi Babu hated her.
Jagapathi Babu felt pressured by Varma to express liking for Matondkar.
Jagapathi Babu was thankful for Varma casting him in 'Gaayam'.
Jagapathi Babu praised Varma's efficient and cool directorial approach.
- Who
- Jagapathi Babu, Ram Gopal Varma, Urmila Matondkar
- What
- Jagapathi Babu recounted how Ram Gopal Varma caused a conflict with Urmila Matondkar during the filming of Gaayam.
- When
- During filming of the movie Gaayam in 1993, as well as on a chat show years later.
- Where
- On the sets of Gaayam and on Jagapathi Babu's chat show.
- Why
- Ram Gopal Varma allegedly told Urmila Matondkar that Jagapathi Babu hated her, leading to conflict.
- Film
- Gaayam
- Actor
- Jagapathi Babu
- Director
- Ram Gopal Varma
- Co-star
- Urmila Matondkar
- Release Year of Gaayam
- 1993